A third added: “@liampayne Liam who-stopped-the-rumours-with-only-one-comment Payne. I love you.”

Payne’s gushing comment came hours after Cheryl addressed speculation of a split on BBC Breakfast.

When presenter Dan Walker asked about the rumours of strife in her persona life, she said: “No, it doesn’t bother me at all because my focus is solely on this.

“I’ve waited seven years to be here. None of that matters. That’s what’s important to me.”

Prior to this, Payne insisted he was “not fully settled down” as he continues to jet-set around the globe amid his chart success. It follows the report that he has sought legal advice as friends worry they could split within weeks.

A source close to the couple told The Sun: “Liam has sought some legal advice but he still wants to make it work. It’s just sensible to be prepared for all options.

“With a young son and a number of assets between them there is more to breaking up than just parting ways. He hopes it doesn’t come to it but he’s just being careful.”